NEWS IN BRIEF.

Otago Daily Times, Issue 20484, 11 August 1928, Page 24

NEWS IN BRIEF.

Many more lambs are now to be seen in different parts of South Canterbury than was the case a fortnight ago (says the Timaru Herald), and under fine weather conditions, and no lack of feed for the mothers, they are doing well. A defendant at the Wanganui Court the other day, who did not believe in litigation and tried to ward it off (says the Herald) wrote to the plaintiff intimating that they could both not afford court proceedings, and it would be a case of “ borrowing off Peter to spend it on Paul.’” . New Zealand woollen mills, as is well known, are famed abroad as well as at home for the quality of their products. One of these, whose hard-wearing, heavy quality blankets are well known, supplied Laidlaw and Gray with large stocks before the rise in prices. These are offered to clear in double size at 36s fid pair; postage Is. Easily worth 45» to 505... “ They want your Arcadia, your Worship! ” remarked a Wanganui city councillor at the last meeting of the council, when a letter was received from combined women’s organisations (says the Chronicle), enumerating a number of objections to the proposed St. Hill street site for the women’s rest building. The members of the English League team were entertained on Monday at Rotorua by Princess Te Puea at a Maori kainga (says the New Zealand Herald). Speeches of welcome were made by the princess on behalf of the Maoris and by Mr Warburton for the European residents. Mr Osborne replied for the visitors. A fine programme of poi dances and hakas was given. The firm of Barton and Trengrove, now famous as purveyors of finest quality Meat and Small-goods, will henceforth be known at Bartons’ Butchers, at Manse street. Dunedin, and all Branches... A strong protest against the expenditure of civic money in sending delegates to the numerous conferences which were continually being held was voiced by Cr C. H. Burnett at a meeting of the Wanganui City Council (says the Chronicle). The protest had its effect for the council immediately turned down a proposal that the city gardener should be sent to the annual conference of superintendents of the public gardens and reserves, to be held in Christchurch. Confession that he had no tail light to His motor car was made by a man in the Wanganui Magistrate’s Court the other day (relates the Chronicle). Fortunately for him he was not appearing as a defendant in an action, but as a witness. As he explained that he did not remain long at the scene of an accident because he had no tail light and it was getting rather _ dark the witness glanced at the magistrate, who smiled at the admission.

If you have not already purchased Gold Leaf Tea, write now for free sample. Box 163, Dunedin... On the motion of Mr L. R. C. Macfarlane a resolution protesting against the proposal to import Angora rabbits into the Dominion was carried at the last meeting of the General Committee of the Canterbury Agricultural and Pastoral Association (relates the'Press). Mr Macfarlane said that nobody who knew anything about rabbits doubted that if introduced into the Dominion and allowed to be kept in, say, the suburbs of Christchurch, some of the rabbits would before long escape and breed so extensively that they would become pests, although their skins would be more valuable than those of ordinary rabbits. A Mackenzie runholder, who was in Timaru recently, mentioned, in conversation with a Timaru Herald representative, that sheep in the Mackenzie were at present looking uncommonly well; in fact, he had never seen them look better at this time of year. There were predicting bad weather this month, but even if there .were.a heavy snowfall now, the sheep were in such good condition that they would be able to stand it. The indications were for a good wool clip, and for high prices for the clip. We supply Store-keepers with the most saleable Small-goods in the Southern Hemisphere. Order at once. Increase your turnover. Liberal selling margin.— Bartons. Manse street, Dunedin... “ He shall not marry nor play cards and dice or other unlawful games; nor haunt taverns and playhouses; nor absent himself from his master’s side day or night.” Those are a few of the clauses in an indenture of the wheelwright of 1827, over 100 years ago (says the Christchurch Sun). A photograph of the original indenture was produced at the meeting of the Canterbury Builders’ Association the other evening, and it was decided to have it framed and hung in the association’s rooms. Stay at the Prince of Wales Hotel Good accommodation: best brands of liquors. Thone 25-721.—C. Hinchclill proprietor... The latest claim for a local record comes from Orepuki (relates the Southland Times). A subscriber ' writes: “There is an item that may interest some of your readers on view in Messrs James Adamson and Sons’ shop window (Orepuki) in the shape of a hen's egg. It is an extraordinary specimen, measuring seven inches and three-quarters round the 'girth’ and nine inches and a-half round lengthwise. It weighs six ounces and ahall. The egg was laid by one of Mr J. C. Shaw’s White Leghorns, and is considered to be of - record size.” Coffee drinkers wh“ appreciate body, flavour, and aroma in their favourite breakfast beverage find these qualities at their best in the “Bourbon” brand of coffee and chicory. All grocers... Tokomairiro residents are fortunate in having the “ Big Store ” of Gray’s so ready and able to cater for their needs... The teapot used as a husband-beater in a recent case and described by the wife as “ my old pal,” is still listed among the Wanganui Court exhibits (says the Herald). There are many exhibits left in the court, such as mops, pieces of motor cars, rulers, sand soap, hats, etc. Some day the staff may hold a sale of unclaimed exhibits, but so far no Act has been framed as to how to dispose of the proceeds of such sale. “ Chap-o-lo,” the unfailing cure for rough, cracked hands 2s. Only from Waters’ Pharmacy... A “ glass of water,” asked a well-dressed man in the bar of a big Christchurch hotel (relates the Sun). The brass-rail brigade smiled, as the barman poured the unusual tipple. The new “ customer ” put three aspirin tablets in his mouth, and washed them down with half the water. Then, quite unconcernedly, he drew from his hip-pocket a bottle of whisky bearing the label of another hotel, and filled up the glass from it. The smile went off the barman’s face as this drink was tossed off. The newoomer reached for the carafe, and filled up his whisky bottle. Not deigning even to nod his thanks, he walked out. Save your eyes. Consult Peter Q. Dick, D. F. 1.0. (London) optometrist. Pete: Dick, jewellers and opticians, 490 Moray place (opp City Hotel)... A pupil at one of the Wanganui schools complained the other day of having toothache and his teacher advised him that, if he busied himself in work he would forget the pain and it would go away (relates the Chronicle). The youngster tried the experience and it was successful. A day or two later he was in the playground where the girls were playing hockey, and was unlucky enough to get in the way of the ball. Remembering the former cure, he rushed into the school to the teacher crying out, “ Please give me some work.” Conn's pyrrho?a mouth wash, for the correct treatment of the gums and teeth. Cleansing, antiseptic, and healing.—Obtainable only from Conn’s, Price, 5s per

A great feature of the ancient Maori was his gift of memorising (remarks the Wanganui Herald). Now that there is not sc much need for thus committing history to memory, the general ability in this respect is not what it was. Some of the Putiki Mission School children are remarkably adept, however, as demonstrated during the course of the Scripture and catechism tests. Some of the mites can traverse the whole catchism questions and answers at a sitting. The indications at present are that the opossum season in Canterbury this year will be much better than last year. At the end of July last year 1158 skins had been stamped in Christchurch, as compared with 14S0 on the same date this year (remarks the Press). Since July 31 last the total up to last Wednesday had increased to over 4000. Better prices are being given this year, the better class of skins bringing Is 6d more than they did last year The season closes in North Canterbury on the 16th of the month, but trappers are given till September 16 to bring their skins in to be stamped. The number of trappers’ licenses issued this year was 49, the same number having been issued last year. There were 61 permits issued last year, as compared with 53 this year.

To continue to dial a certain number and to get nothing but the time h« recently been the experience of several Napier telephone subscribers, whose phones, at the time in question, were apparently not working up to scratch (say« the Telegraph). One lady, who dialled a number and had this experience, was considerably mystified for some time, and as she could get no answer but what she took to be another number from the other end of the line, it took her quite a time to realise the situation. Overcoats and Lynx Suits are greatly reduced at the Winter Sale. Come in and see the wonderful bargains.— “Ascot,” the suit shop, corner Princes and Rattray streets... . “ Science,” said Sir John Russell m Wellington (relates the Post), "is recognised as the goose that lays the golden eggs. It is, in fact, called in to intervene when politicians make mistakes in matters concerning production, but the trouble is, in these days of advanced journalism, that the goose’s laying is expected to be dramatic and spectacular. But the goose should not be embarrassed, and science should not be hurried.” Another shipment of our famous pink Corselettes, perfect fitting, lending grace and elegance to the figure, with elastic inset underbelt, correcting tendency to embonpoint; sizes 32 to 40 bust measure. Price, 12s 6d.—T. Ross, 130 . 1 nces Treatment of stray dogs was debated in the Christchurch Magistrate’s Court recently, when a woman was charged with keeping two unregistered dogs at New Brighton (states the Lyttelton Times), It was stated that one was a stray dog. Defendant's husband asked what should be done with stray dogs. When one came round the house and was starving it would be heartless to turn the animal away. If the householder fed the dog he was “ pulled up ” for keeping the dog, and if he was seen kicking it aw r ay he was proceeded against for cruelty. “They get you both ways,” added witness, and there are a lot of stray dogs at New Brighton.” Mr H. P. Lawny, SAL: If you feed a stray dog you ought to have it registered. Defendant was fined 10s, and Burglars left behind them men’s dark grey double-breasted tweed overcoats, sizes 3t07, at 455. Colonial all-wool ribbed underpaid, men’s 6s lid, O.S. 7s Od. Posted anywhere for cash.—Kilroy and Sutherland. Ltd.. 192 Princes street. Dunedin... . . The Canterbury Veterans Association has just received an interesting present from Mr J. E. Middlebrook. of Loburn, through Mr H. G. Livingstone, of Christchurch (says the Press). It consists of a series of seven photographs taken during the progress of the battle of Pieter’s Hill, during the Boer War, the British success on that occasion making the relief of Ladysmith possible. Tfee photographs were taken under- shell-fire, and were focussed in the old style, irith a focusing cloth and a stand camera. The photographs were made into an album, and copies were presented to the King, Lord Roberts, General Buller, and the late Mr Seddon, and others, and Mr Middlebrook possesses letters of acknowledgment from these distinguished people. The copies of the photographs received by the Veterans’ Association have been framed, and have been hung in the association’s rooms. Mr W. W. Scarfi, president of the association, says that the gift is very highly appreciated by members of the association. Mr Middlebrook was made a Fellow of the Royal Photographic Association of Great Britain, in recognition of his feat. “ Chiltabs.” This unfailing cure for chilblains obtainable only from Waters’ Pharmacy; 2s fid, posted 2s 9d... “ Even 1 in the old building, 100,000 people visited the Auckland Museum every year, and a very large proportion of them were country people,” stated Mr H. E. Vaile, chairman of the council of the museum, when addressing members of the Glen Eden Town Board the other evening (says the New Zealand Herald). A deputation, including Mr Vaile, and Mr Gilbert Arcfaey, curator, waited on the board to discuss the local bodies* scheme of contributing toward the coat of maintenance of the new institution. Mr Vaile said the board’s share would be about £2O a year, which worked out at about fid per head of the population. The chairman of the board, Mr W. H. Shepherd, told the deputation the members were in sympathy with the scheme, bat they would have to get authority from the Government to increase the -unauthorised expenditure account. Week-end Special at the Mosgiel Warehouse: 100 Ladies’ Felt Hats, in every size, shape, and colour. Were 7s lid to 27s fid. Week-end Prices, 3s lid, 4s lid, and 7s lid each.—A. F. Cheyue and C 0... Several Wanganui firms have tendered their resignation from the membership of the Wanganui Chamber of Commerce (says the Herald). At the last meeting of the chamber, members deprecated their action of resigning without giving reasons. “ It’s not a fair go,” said Mr T. Rice, “ somebody has got to carry on the commerce of the town. They’re prepared to accept all benefits without giving any assistance.” Mr J. Williams said he thought most of the people who had resigned from membership were ignorant of what the chamber was doing. It was decided that the chairman (Mr W. J. Gilberd) and Mr T. H. Rise interview those who had resigned without giving a reason.

The strongest and lightest draft Tractor Implements are the Oliver. They are made of high carbon steel, and the prices are right. Inquire from the Mosgiel Motor and Engineering Company, MosAt one stage of the hearing of the charge against Chu Foot for murder the court was highly amused (says the Samoa Times). The accused, in his evidence, stated that Ah Mau had stolen a duck, and later the duck had’been returned. “It staggered home,” said the witness. _ His Honor looked at counsel, counsel winked at the clerk, the assessors passed the wink along, and the audience murmured its approval. “ Staggered home, did he ? ” said one of the legal fraternity, as he stroked his curly locks. “He must know a place I don’t know of.” Proceedings were held up for a moment whilst many present turned their minds upon visions of past glories. Grandism (477). —The truth about the headache stunt. Safety lies in quality; therefore get the best. —Grand Hotel bottle store... In a paragraph published the other day concerning the doings of Tom Heeney (says the Poverty Bay Herald), the New Zealand boxer was quoted as disclaiming the relationship of fiance to a lady referred to as “that girl Marion.” This being the first reference to the young lady in all the messages sent out from Fairhaven. the interest of Gisborne people was aroused immediately, and several inquiries have been received as to “Marion’s” identity. Tom Heeney’s disclaimer refers to Miss Marion Hyde, who paid several visits to the camp at Fairhaven. Mr Trevor Wignall, the Daily Mail boxing expert, stated in one message that "Heeney’s rival managers, Harvey and Mortimer, had united to give a threat to their charge, Heeney. The difficulty arose when Heeney told Mortimer that he was going to take a ride in a hydroplane with a party of New York friends, the party including Marion Hyde, who is said to be the challenger’s fiancee. She finally advised him not to annoy his managers by taking the air.” Oui reputation for supplying higvgrade horse and cow covers is second to none. No. 1 green proof canvas horse cover* from 32s to 41s 6d; best Ontario duck, 32s 6d to 38s; cow covers from 15s 9d. — Otago Farmers... Danger and disaster by flood are invariably intensified when there is but little warning of the rising waters. Realising this, the Manawatu-Oroua River Board has decided to install electric flood-rise indicators on the two river bridges within its district (says a northern paper). The indicators will be read at the_ post offices, and information as to the rise of the rivers will be sent out by telephone, whilst the local press will also be informed. In addition to this the New Zealand Broadcasting Company and the Manawatu Radio Club have promised to assist in the good work. Farmers along the two rivers will thus have much earlier warning in the event of floods during the .coming spring. Says Pat: “The Daylight Saving Bill Gives plenty of time to take your fill Of Hitchon’s famous bacon cure. There’s another hour to eat for sure.”.*